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Which used estate would you choose? 4 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
I've narrowed my search for a second hand buy down to a few models, I have a max of £17-18k to spend, but id rather keep it to 15/16k unless theres something... -
Why do people race on the public highway? 2 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am sure you are aware of the horrific crash about two weeks ago on the M25, when two BMW cars driven by young men were involved in a death crash when... -
Are there any SUVs which are more comfortable than Honda's CR-V? 12 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
My wife and I are both retired and live near Oxford. Once a week we drive to Suffolk, a round trip of some 300 miles, which contributes to a joint annual... -
Reported MPG against real - can this be right? 3 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I've recently bought a BMW E93 Convertible 325D Auto and have been looking carefully at the MPG figures. I never get anything like what the manufacturer... -
Why are people unrealistic in their expectations for a car's fuel economy? 23 Jun 2012 (Ask HJ)
I agree with you that government economy figures for new cars are often deceiving, as they are here in the US. But surely anyone with a modicum of sense... -
Current pun 9 Aug 2011 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2000X BMW 530D estate, which my father had owned from nearly new. Over the past 8 months it has developed an intermittent battery drain fault... -
How are DPFs damaged by repeated short journeys? Our 2000 BMW 320d has done 180,000 miles without fault. 24 Dec 2010 (Ask HJ)
Regarding latest EU emission regulations for diesel engines, could you please give us more information on the subject of the particulate filters being... -
No recollection 1 May 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm wondering if the furore over Toyota and Honda recalls may be a bit over the top. My 2006/56 Focus has had two recalls, one for loss of braking effectiveness... -
Leased of his problem 8 Aug 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have to choose a car from what is available in our leasing pool. I've noticed your column in the paper and thought you might be the person to ask what... -
Street cred 10 Jan 2009 (Ask HJ)
Earlier this year, my BMW 325i that I had owned for less than two weeks was hit by another car turning in the office car park. I saw the accident happen... -
Do I have to attend a speed awareness course in the same place I was caught speeding? 4 Jul 2025 (Ask HJ)
I have received in the post a Notice of Intended Prosecution for doing 35mph in a 30mph zone. As I was some 75 miles from home at the time, if I'm offered... -
What is the best value used seven seat MPV? 29 May 2025 (Ask HJ)
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What's the best first car for a new driver? 3 May 2024 (Ask HJ)
My daughter will be finishing university in June and wants help to buy her first car. She will be 22 and we just require a car thats reliable and cheap... -
What estates have good ground clearance? 24 Apr 2024 (Ask HJ)
We’re looking to sell our BMW 330d Touring and get something like a Volvo XC60. I’ve not been keen on our car because of the low ground clearance. Are... -
Which cars have a torque converter automatic transmission? 10 Jul 2023 (Ask HJ)
Which automatic new cars in the UK still have torque converter gearboxes as many manufacturers seem to be switching to cvt or twin clutch?. -
Which cars use a steering column gearshift? 11 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
I have an injury to my hand and find my Mercedes-Benz great to drive, as it has the gear changer on the steering column. I want to update my car but have... -
Are there any large, hybrid estates? 16 Mar 2021 (Ask HJ)
I am in the market for a used hybrid but I need a large estate car. When I search online, I keep getting offered the Toyota Auris - which, in my view,... -
What are the best medium-sized SUVs with 1800kg towing capability? 6 Jan 2021 (Ask HJ)
Could you please advise me which are the best three medium SUV tow cars with 1800kg capability? I currently tow with a Kia Sorento, which is marvellous... -
Should I go for a petrol or diesel if I drive 10,000 miles per year? 24 Jul 2020 (Ask HJ)
I’m buying a BMW X1 but I’m not sure which engine to get between the 1.8 diesel or the 2.0 petrol. I drive around 10,000 miles a year - probably 70/30... -
What's the best big engined car for £3000? 29 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a small budget of about £3000 and I see I can afford old Chrslyer 300C, old Audi A8 or A6, old BMW 7 Series and a big Lexus. I like big engined...
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